Midland public meetings in 2022

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several land use requests, including a zone change for a 38.22-acre multi-use development. The agenda also includes public hearings for alcohol sale designations and various plat approvals.

• Zone change for 38.22-acre multi-use development at Thomason Dr and Loop 250 West
• Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales at 237 West Wall LLC
• Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales at The Venue
• Ordinance amendment request by Green Acres Golf, LLC
• Final Plat approval for Redneck Retreat (12.80-acre tract)

The Commission approved several final and preliminary plats, a zone change for a single-family dwelling, and a specific use designation for alcohol sales. One request for a zone change regarding a 38.22-acre tract was pulled from the agenda.

• Approved Final Plat of Hines Addition, Section 3 (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Green Tree North Addition, Section 23 (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Redneck Retreat (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment for Green Acres Golf, LLC (6-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales at 237 West Wall LLC (6-0)
• Approved zone change from RR to SF-3 for Jorge Chavez (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Westridge Park Addition, Section 46 (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Planning and Zoning Meeting Schedule (6-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider several major infrastructure and service contracts. Key items include a large-scale radio system purchase, various street paving projects, and vehicle acquisitions. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding zoning changes and tax abatement zones.

• $16,652,921.00 contract for Motorola Astro P25 radio system
• $6,349,634.40 contract for 2023 mill and inlay project
• $1,949,046.00 purchase of 26 Chevrolet Tahoes
• $1,966,463.57 contract for paving, alleys, streets, and sidewalks
• Public hearing for a new tax abatement zone near Highway 191 and 158

The City Council approved a $16.6M contract for a Motorola radio system and several paving and utility projects. They also authorized the purchase of 26 police vehicles and the first reading of several zoning ordinances. One bid for the Garfield Street project was rejected due to high cost.

• Approved $16,652,921.00 contract for Motorola Astro P25 radio system (7-0)
• Approved $6,349,634.40 contract for FY 2023 Mill and Inlay project (7-0)
• Approved $1,949,046.00 for 26 Chevrolet Tahoes (7-0)
• Approved $1,966,463.57 contract for Paving, Alleys, Streets and Sidewalks 03 project (7-0)
• Rejected sole bid for Garfield Street Paving and Utility Bond project (7-0)
• Approved $1,707,794.00 contract for Michigan Avenue Utility project (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of Lot 7, Block 50 from Heavy Industrial to Single-Family Dwelling (7-0)
• Authorized acquisition of land for street, road, and utility purposes (7-0)

Midland Development Corporation

The Board will consider a letter of intent with Hodges Development Services, LP for the development of a 17.2-acre tract of land. The meeting also includes a presentation on November 2022 expenses and economic development activity. Additionally, the Board may hold an executive session to discuss economic development negotiations.

• Letter of intent for 17.2-acre tract development with Hodges Development Services, LP
• Approval of November 7 and November 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Presentation on November 2022 monthly expenses and economic development activity report
• Executive session regarding economic development negotiations and incentives

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission approved several final and preliminary plats, including residential and industrial projects. It also approved a zone change to single-family dwelling and a specific use designation for alcohol sales in a restaurant.

• Approved Final Plat Permian Estates, Section 21 (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat Midkiff Industrial Center, Section 27 (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat Grafaland, Section 7 (6-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales at Lot 6A, Block 62, Belmont Addition (5-1)
• Approved Zone Change from MF-22 to SF-3 at Lot 8, Block 30, Greenwood Addition (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat Cowden Addition, Section 8 (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat Westridge Park Addition, Section 49 (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat Siesta Storage Addition (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting in a special session to canvass the returns from the November 8, 2022 general election. This includes declaring the results for three city officer positions.

• Resolution 2022-163: Canvassing and declaring the results of the November 8, 2022 general election for three city officers

The City Council held a special session to certify the election results for three city officer positions. Resolution No. 2022-163 was approved to canvass the returns and declare the results of the November 8, 2022, general election.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-163 canvassing the November 8, 2022 general election returns (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission approved several final and preliminary plats for residential and industrial developments. It also granted a specific use designation for a veterinarian clinic but deferred a request for alcohol sales pending further school status verification.

• Approved Final Plats for West 191 Industrial Park Section 9, Palermo Crest Addition, United Addition, and Shenandoah Ridge (4-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Lindsay Acres Section 13 (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Ashlin Place Section 4 (4-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for a veterinarian clinic for Midland DCI, LLC (4-0)
• Deferred Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales for Elissa Carzo (4-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of West Fork Addition (4-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Covington Addition Section 9 (4-0)
• Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will attend a community forum for public discussion regarding the proposed development of Hogan Park. No vote or action will be taken on this matter during this session.

• Community forum for the proposed development of Hogan Park

City Council

The City Council will attend a community forum for public discussion regarding the proposed development of Hogan Park. The Council will take no vote or action on this matter during the session.

• Community forum for the proposed development of Hogan Park

The City Council conducted a special session to host a community forum regarding the proposed development of Hogan Park. No votes or official actions were taken during the meeting.

Midland Development Corporation

The Midland Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet for a special session on November 16, 2022. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss business prospects and potential incentives in or near Midland. The Board may also discuss contract compliance for businesses.

• Executive session regarding economic development negotiations
• Discussion of possible business incentives
• Discussion of business prospects in or near Midland
• Discussion of business contract compliance

City Council

The City Council will receive a briefing regarding City of Midland employee leave benefits. This session is intended for discussion and information sharing.

• Briefing on City of Midland employee leave benefits

The City Council held a briefing session to review City of Midland employee leave benefits. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider several contracts for road paving, utility projects, and equipment purchases. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding oil and gas drilling permits and zoning changes. Additionally, the council will review ordinances related to local land use.

• $2,758,651.04 contract for Fairgrounds Road paving project
• $925,277.00 contract for Peck/Terrell Lift Station and sewer installation
• $1,159,210.00 purchase of three automated refuse trucks
• Permits for Pioneer Natural Resources to drill 10 oil and gas wells
• Zoning change for alcohol sales at a restaurant on West Wadley Avenue

The Council awarded a paving contract for Fairgrounds Road and approved several utility and equipment purchases. Multiple zoning ordinances and oil and gas well permits were approved. A motion to remove a pedestrian island on Wadley Avenue failed for lack of a second.

• Approved $2,758,651.04 paving contract for Fairgrounds Road (6-0)
• Approved $925,277.00 for Peck/Terrell lift station and sewer project (6-0)
• Approved $1,159,210.00 for three automated refuse trucks (6-0)
• Approved $178,200.00 for aerial LIDAR mapping services (6-0)
• Approved tax abatement guidelines and criteria (6-0)
• Approved zoning for alcohol sales at Lot 3G, Block 6, Scottsdale Addition (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of Lot 1, Block 26, Wedgewood Park Addition to Regional Retail (6-0)
• Denied removal of Wadley Avenue pedestrian island (motion died for lack of second)

Midland Development Corporation

The Midland Development Corporation Board of Directors will consider a resolution authorizing a payment to the University of Texas of the Permian Basin. The board will also review October 2022 monthly expenses and economic development activity reports.

• $150,580.70 payment to University of Texas of the Permian Basin for Incubator and Makerspace Grant Agreement
• Approval of October 3, 2022, meeting minutes
• Presentation on October 2022 monthly expenses and economic development activity report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission approved a request to change a property's zoning from Heavy Industrial to Single-Family Dwelling. Additionally, the board approved one final plat and two preliminary plats with recommended conditions.

• Approved Final Plat Lancer Addition (5-0)
• Approved zone change from HI to SF-3 for Erica Hernandez (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Kelview Heights, Section 13 with staff conditions (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Empire Heights, Section 4 with staff conditions (5-0)
• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will receive a briefing regarding the proposed Midland Entertainment District. This session is for discussion of the proposal.

• Briefing on the proposed Midland Entertainment District

The City Council held a briefing session to review a presentation on the proposed Midland Entertainment Overlay District. No formal decisions were made during this session.

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider several equipment purchases, including police laptops and an armored vehicle. The agenda also includes reviews of oil and gas drilling permits and various zoning changes. Additionally, the council will discuss utility improvement projects and stadium repairs.

• Rezoning 317.56 acres at North Fairgrounds and East Mockingbird Road for housing
• Purchase of 208 Getac laptops for the Police Department for $609,625.05
• Contract for Astound Broadband Stadium repairs totaling $228,323.00
• Utility Extension Program 05 contract with Entrench Inc. up to $2,500,000.00
• Purchase of a Lenco Bearcat Armored Response Vehicle for $378,675.00

The City Council approved several zoning amendments for housing and commercial use, including a 317.56-acre tract for housing development. The council also authorized multiple equipment purchases for general services and the police department. Additionally, a motion was passed to seek grants to address homelessness in Midland County.

• Approved 317.56-acre rezoning for housing development (6-0)
• Approved $609,625.05 for 208 Getac laptops for Police Department (6-0)
• Approved $378,675.00 for Lenco Bearcat armored response vehicle (6-0)
• Approved $334,241.00 for Global H4HSD street sweeper (6-0)
• Approved $148,362.23 for John Deere tractor and Diamond mower (6-0)
• Approved $228,323.00 for sealant repair at Astound Broadband Stadium (6-0)
• Authorized grant applications to end homelessness in Midland County (6-0)
• Approved $1,268,782.00 for Community Development Block Grant contracts (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change from Agricultural Estate to Planned Development for an office center on 5.72 acres at Green Tree Boulevard and N. Midland Drive (5-2), but denied a separate zone change for a housing development on 20.72 acres nearby (2-4-1). The commission also approved a zone change from Office to Regional Retail for a lot on N. Midland Drive (6-0), and approved final plats for Skyview Development, Mockingbird Heights Section 14, Kelview Heights, Northwestern Addition, Carrollwood Addition, and Plunk Addition. Preliminary plats for Mockingbird Heights Section 15 and Redneck Retreat were also approved.

• Approved zone change from O-1 to RR for Nader Mezher at N. Midland Drive (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Skyview Development at Todd Road and Marie Drive (7-0)
• Approved zone change from AE to PD for Evans 1 LTD office center at Green Tree & N. Midland (5-2)
• Denied zone change from AE to PD for Evans 1 LTD housing development at N. Midland Drive (2-4-1)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Mockingbird Heights Section 15 at Green Tree & N. Midland (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Redneck Retreat on E. County Road 130 (7-0)
• Approved consent items including minutes and five final plats (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Skyview Development (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will receive an update from Animal Services regarding shelter operations. This briefing session contains only this single item for discussion.

• Update from Animal Services regarding Shelter Operations

The City Council held a briefing session and received a presentation from Animal Services Manager Ty Coleman on shelter operations, including adoptions, rescues, new software, and changes in operating hours. No formal decisions or votes were taken during this briefing session.

• Received update on Animal Services shelter operations (no vote taken)

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions for various equipment purchases, including firewalls and police drones. The agenda also includes public hearings for oil and gas well permits and multiple requests to change zoning for residential and commercial properties.

• $741,199.44 purchase of Palo Alto firewalls and antivirus software
• $321,835.50 purchase of a MowerMax boom tractor
• $184,250.00 contract for Momentum Bank Ballpark pedestrian bridge rehabilitation
• Rezoning 317.56 acres at North Fairgrounds and East Mockingbird Road for housing
• Public hearings for oil and gas well permits from Permian Deep Rock Oil Co., LLC and Pioneer Natural Resources, USA, Inc.

The Midland City Council approved the first reading of a zoning change to allow a 317.56-acre mixed-use housing development by Betenbough Homes at the northeast corner of North Fairgrounds and East Mockingbird Road. The council also approved a $124,052 federal drug trafficking grant for the police department and adopted a new fee schedule for oil industry right-of-way licenses. All votes were unanimous, 7-0.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10344, rezoning 317.56 acres at North Fairgrounds and East Mockingbird Road to a Planned Development for a Betenbough Homes housing project.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10351, adopting a fee schedule for oil industry right-of-way licenses at 200% of University Lands rates, effective November 1, 2022.
• Approved Resolution 2022-137, accepting a $124,052 grant from the Southwest Border HIDTA program for drug control efforts.
• Approved second and final reading of Ordinance 10346, rezoning a lot on East California Avenue from multi-family to single-family dwelling.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10349, granting a specific use designation for a kennel (up to 49 small dogs) on West Indiana Avenue, despite staff recommending denial.
• Approved Motion 123-2022, deferring paving and water improvements for Westcliff Addition but requiring sewer improvements, with a $219,060 financial security guarantee waived.
• Approved Resolution 2022-138, authorizing temporary use of right-of-way for a vendor market and concert on West Wall Street and South Loraine Street.
• Appointed Robert Crites to the Midland-Odessa Urban Transit District Board, reappointed Lynn Rogers and appointed Sarah Judge to the Parks and Recreation Commission, and appointed Jim Gerety to the Zoning Board of Adjustment.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a final plat for the 317.56-acre Mockingbird Ridge residential subdivision at North Fairgrounds and East Mockingbird Road, along with several other plats and a zone change. All votes were 5-0. The commission also approved a specific use permit for alcohol sales at a restaurant on West Wadley and a zone change from heavy industrial to single-family on South Street.

• Approved consent items including minutes and three final plats (5-0)
• Approved Mockingbird Ridge residential plat with staff conditions (5-0)
• Approved specific use permit for alcohol sales at a restaurant on West Wadley (5-0)
• Approved zone change from HI to SF-3 at South Street and North Madison Street (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Tahoe Lakes Addition Section 5 with conditions (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Lancer Addition with conditions (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Palermo Crest Addition with conditions (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several contracts for water system improvements and public safety equipment. Agenda items also include economic development agreements and zoning amendments. Additionally, the council will consider a request to advertise for new sewer installation services.

• Water main extension contract at Business 20 and San Andres for $595,901.00
• Purchase of two ambulances for $667,388.00
• Purchase of a Spartan pumper truck for $1,117,480.00
• Zoning change for alcohol sales at Carlton Street and West Wall Street
• Request for proposals for the Peck/Terrell sewer installation project

The Midland City Council approved the purchase of a Spartan fire pumper for $1,117,480, two ambulances for $667,388, and two rapid response vehicles for $149,445. It also denied Oncor Electric Delivery Company's application to change rates within the city. The council approved a non-commercial salt water disposal well permit for Endeavor Energy Resources, with Council Member Norman voting against. Numerous board and commission appointments were made, and several members were removed for lack of attendance.

• Approved purchase of a Spartan four-door custom tilt aluminum cab pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists for $1,117,480.
• Approved purchase of two ambulances from Sterling McCall Ford for $667,388.
• Approved purchase of two Ford Rapid Response vehicles from Chastang Ford for $149,445.
• Denied Oncor Electric Delivery Company's application to change rates within the city.
• Approved a permit for Endeavor Energy Resources to drill a non-commercial salt water disposal well within city limits (6-1 vote, Norman opposed).
• Approved a water system improvements contract for Business 20 and San Andres water main extension to TEC Excavation for $595,901 plus $119,180 in contingencies.
• Approved second and final reading of an ordinance granting a specific use permit for on-premises alcohol sales at a restaurant at Carlton and West Wall streets.
• Approved second and final reading of an ordinance updating school zone designations and traffic regulations.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a specific use designation for a kennel, multiple preliminary plats, and several alcohol permits for restaurants. All votes were 6-0. One zone change request was pulled from the agenda.

• Approved specific use designation for kennel at 2401 W. Indiana (6-0)
• Approved zone change from MF-22 to TH at Scharbauer & Marienfeld (6-0)
• Approved alcohol permit for K-Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot (6-0)
• Approved alcohol permit for restaurant at N. Big Spring & Parker (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Tahoe Lakes Addition, Section 4 (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Permian Estates, Section 21 (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Fremin Addition (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Cooney Addition (6-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will hold a briefing session regarding the Atmos Energy Operations Report. The council is scheduled to receive an update from Atmos Energy.

• Briefing from Atmos regarding the Atmos Energy Operations Report

The City Council convened in a briefing session and received a presentation from Atmos Energy representatives on the company's services and operations. No votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was purely informational and adjourned after the briefing.

• Received briefing from Atmos Energy on its operations report

City Council

The City Council will discuss the annual budget and tax levy for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda also includes several oil and gas drilling permits and various zoning changes. Additionally, the council will consider contracts for water treatment chemicals and airport parking lot repairs.

• Approval of FY 2022-2023 budget and tax levy ordinance
• $3,140,910.30 purchase of water treatment chemicals
• $156,079.50 change order for Marienfeld traffic signal improvements
• $176,477.01 contract for parking lot repairs at Midland International Air & Space Port
• Multiple oil and gas drilling permits for Pioneer Natural Resources and Endeavor Energy

The Midland City Council approved the FY 2022-2023 budget totaling $370 million in operating expenditures, ratified the property tax revenue increase, and set the tax levy. The council also approved numerous oil and gas well permits, zoning changes, and other items on the consent agenda. A proposed rezoning for a 317.56-acre housing development was pulled by the applicant.

• Approved $370M FY 2022-2023 budget (6-0)
• Ratified property tax revenue increase (6-0)
• Set tax levy for FY 2022-2023 (6-0)
• Approved $3.14M for annual water treatment chemicals (6-0)
• Approved 30+ oil and gas well permits for Pioneer, Endeavor, and Permian Deep Rock (consent agenda)
• Rezoned 1.7 acres at Todd Dr & Marie Dr from AE to CE (6-0)
• Rezoned 0.77 acres on Wayside Dr from C to O-1 (6-0)
• Granted specific use for alcohol sales at restaurant on W Texas Ave & N C St (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will consider approvals for several final plats, including Heritage Oaks and Veteran Development. Public hearings are scheduled for preliminary plats in West End Addition and Green Tree North Addition. The agenda also includes a request to change zoning from multi-family to single-family on Park Avenue Heights.

• Zone change request for Park Avenue Heights from multi-family to single-family
• Final Plat approval for Heritage Oaks, Section 8 (33.428 acres)
• Preliminary Plat hearing for West End Addition, Section 27
• Final Plat approval for Veteran Development, Sections 2 and 3
• Preliminary Plat hearing for Green Tree North Addition, Section 23

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a residential replat of two lots in Green Tree North Addition over objections from residents who cited smaller lot sizes and diminished property values. The vote was 4-1, with Commissioner Dillow dissenting. The commission also approved several other plats and a zone change from multi-family to single-family.

• Approved Green Tree North Addition preliminary plat (4-1)
• Approved West End Addition preliminary plat (5-0)
• Approved zone change from MF-22 to SF-3 for Jose Chavez (5-0)
• Approved Carrollwood Addition preliminary plat (5-0)
• Approved consent items including Heritage Oaks, Greenwood, Veteran Development, and Saddleback Estates final plats (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the proposed 2022-2023 city budget and a possible tax rate increase. The agenda also includes several contract approvals, utility projects, and zoning ordinances.

• Public hearing for the proposed 2022-2023 city budget
• Public hearing regarding a tax rate increase for fiscal year 2022-2023
• Contract for access control and camera systems at city buildings ($348,524.32)
• Agreement for utility design services along Briarwood Avenue ($115,000.00)
• Purchase of Microsoft Enterprise licensing ($326,997.53)

The Midland City Council approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and resolutions, including a $240,000 litter collection contract and a $348,524 security camera system. The council held a public hearing on the proposed 2022-2023 budget and tax rate, but a motion to adopt the Voter Approval Rate (3.5% increase) failed 4-3, defaulting to the No New Revenue rate of $0.355039 per $100 valuation. The tax rate ordinance will return for a second reading. Several zoning changes and annexations were also approved on first or second reading.

• Approved consent agenda items 3-17, excluding items 12 and 16 (7-0)
• Approved $240,000 right-of-way litter collection contract with Dee Dee Miller d/b/a Dee Sky Services (7-0)
• Approved $348,524 contract for access control and camera systems at multiple city buildings (7-0)
• Approved $115,000 professional services agreement for Phase II water/wastewater utilities along Briarwood Avenue (7-0)
• Approved $326,997.53 purchase of Microsoft Enterprise Volume and True-Up licensing (7-0)
• Approved negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy regarding 2022 rate review mechanism (7-0)
• Approved sale of real property to the Arts Council of Midland (6-0, Corrales abstained)
• Failed to pass 3.5% tax rate increase (Voter Approval Rate) on first reading (4-3); defaulted to No New Revenue rate of $0.355039 per $100 valuation

City Council

The Midland City Council has scheduled a special session for August 16, 2022. The purpose of the meeting is to attend the Astound Broadband reveal at the Scharbauer Sports Complex.

• Attendance at the Astound Broadband reveal

The Midland City Council held a special session on August 16, 2022, solely to attend the Astound Broadband reveal at the Scharbauer Sports Complex. Only three of seven council members were present, so no quorum existed and no substantive decisions were made. The minutes were approved on August 23, 2022.

• Attended Astound Broadband reveal at Scharbauer Sports Complex (no vote, no quorum)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission will review several zoning changes and plat approvals. Proposed items include a large-scale housing development and a request for a civic center.

• Zone change for 317.56-acre housing development (Maverick Engineering)
• Zone change for Civic Center and Community Center (LCA)
• Final Plat of Lone Star Trails II, Section 16 (50.91 acres)
• Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales at El Capitan Mexican Restaurant
• Final Plat of Voltagrid Addition

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved all 15 items on the agenda, including a zone change for a 317.56-acre housing development and several plats. All votes were unanimous (5-0). No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved zone change to PD for 317.56-acre housing development (5-0)
• Approved zone change to PD for civic/community center (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Kimber-Lea Addition, Section 14 (5-0)
• Approved final plats for Lone Star Trails II, Sections 16 and 14 (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Voltagrid Addition (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Southern Addition, Section 26 (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for United Addition with conditions (5-0)
• Approved specific use permit for alcohol sales at El Capitan restaurant (5-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider several items including road paving contracts and oil and gas well permits. The agenda also includes discussions on water system improvements, city election procedures, and new zoning ordinances.

• $1,965,616.30 contract for the Solomon Lane Paving Bond Project
• $140,626.35 purchase of a replacement engine for a Caterpillar 836H compactor
• Acceptance of $255,820 in grant funds for immunization and emergency health services
• Public hearings for multiple oil and gas well permits
• Ordinance to amend the city's zoning district map

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including a $1,965,616.30 contract to Permian Paving, Inc. for the Solomon Lane Paving Bond Project, and approved the FY 2022-2023 budget for the Midland-Odessa Urban Transit District. The council also passed second readings on three ordinances, including a rezoning and a fee schedule, and approved first readings on several items, including a zoning change for the Bush Tennis Center and annexation of a 2.27-acre tract. A special exception request for a property on Monty Drive was effectively denied after motions to approve and defer both failed.

• Approved $1,965,616.30 Solomon Lane paving contract to Permian Paving, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 Midland-Odessa Urban Transit District budget (7-0)
• Approved $140,626.35 sole-source engine purchase from Warren CAT (6-0, Payton abstained)
• Approved second reading of rezoning at N. Mineola St. from MF-22 to SF-3 (7-0)
• Approved second reading of special exception for reduced setbacks at Storey Ave. & E. Broadway (7-0)
• Approved second reading of fee schedule effective Oct. 1, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Bush Tennis Center rezoning to Local Retail (7-0)
• Annexation of 2.27-acre tract on Dumfries Rd. approved on first reading (5-0, Blong abstained, Ladd absent)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a resolution regarding a proposal to consider the ad valorem tax rate for fiscal year 2022-2023. This includes establishing dates for a public hearing and future record votes on the tax rate.

• Vote on proposal to consider FY 2022-2023 ad valorem tax rate
• Establishment of a date for a public hearing on the proposed tax rate
• Setting dates for record votes on the tax rate

The Midland City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-092, setting the proposed ad valorem tax rate for fiscal year 2022-2023 at the Voter Approval Rate of 0.361731. The motion passed 4-1, with Council Member Robin Poole voting against. Two earlier motions, one for a rate of 0.372210 and another for the No New Revenue Rate of 0.355039, died for lack of a second. The resolution also establishes dates for a public hearing and record vote on the tax rate.

• Approved Resolution 2022-092 with Voter Approval Rate of 0.361731 (4-1)
• Motion for rate of 0.372210 died for lack of a second
• Motion for No New Revenue Rate of 0.355039 died for lack of a second

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several land use requests. These include specific use designations for alcoholic beverage sales and two separate zone changes.

• Specific Use Designation for Brew Street, LLC at W. Texas Avenue and N C Street
• Specific Use Designation for Ginamarie Soto on North Midkiff Road
• Zone change from AE to CE for a 1.7-acre tract at Todd Drive and Marie Drive
• Zone change from C to O1 for a 0.77-acre tract on Wayside Drive
• Final Plat approval for Daybreak Estates, Section 7

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider permits for Permian Deep Rock Oil Co., LLC to drill wells closer than 500 feet from residences or commercial structures. The agenda also includes several zoning changes and the adoption of a new fee schedule effective October 1, 2022. Additionally, the council will review grant funds for fire department equipment.

• Variance for two oil and gas wells to be located closer than 500 feet from residences
• Rezoning Langford Weatherred Addition to a Planned Development for an office center
• Acceptance of a $17,764.00 grant for Midland Fire Department training and equipment
• Adoption of a new city fee schedule effective October 1, 2022
• Public hearing on rezoning Homestead Addition from multi-family to single-family residential

The Midland City Council approved a consent agenda covering oil and gas well permits, a fire department grant, and right-of-way licenses. It passed final readings on several zoning changes, including a rezoning for an office center and alcohol sales designations. The council also approved first readings on a rezoning, a special exception, and a new fee schedule effective October 1, 2022.

• Approved consent agenda items 3-9 (7-0)
• Approved final reading of rezoning for office center at N A St & Elk Ave (6-0, Ladd absent)
• Approved final reading for alcohol sales in restaurant at N Garfield St & W Loop 250 N (7-0)
• Approved final reading for alcohol sales in lounge on N Colorado St (7-0)
• Approved final reading for increased accessory buildings on Trobaugh Blvd (7-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning on N Mineola St from MF-22 to SF-3 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of special exception for reduced setbacks on Storey Ave (7-0)
• Approved first reading of fee schedule effective Oct 1, 2022 (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission will review several land use requests and plat applications. This includes a request for a zone change to local retail and initial zoning for a tract near Dumfries Road. The commission will also consider various final and preliminary plats.

• Zone change from PD/MF-16 to Local Retail District (Newton Engineering, PC)
• Initial zoning request for 2.27-acre tract (George and Mary Barton)
• Final Plat of Sundial East, Section 2
• Final Plat of OMG Addition, Section 8
• Preliminary Plat of Galindo Addition, Section 1

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission approved three final plats (Sundial East Section 2, OMG Addition Section 8, Lindsay Acres Section 12) and two zoning requests (initial zoning for George and Mary Barton, and a zone change for Newton Engineering). The commission denied a preliminary plat for Galindo Addition, Section 1, despite staff recommending approval with conditions. All votes were unanimous except for two abstentions by Commissioner Bryant.

• Approved Final Plat of Sundial East, Section 2 (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat of OMG Addition, Section 8 (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Lindsay Acres, Section 12 (5-0)
• Approved initial zoning for George and Mary Barton (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved zone change for Newton Engineering, PC (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Denied Preliminary Plat of Galindo Addition, Section 1 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special session to review and discuss the proposed 2022-2023 City of Midland Budget. This meeting is designated as a budget work session.

• Review and discussion of the proposed 2022-2023 City of Midland Budget

City Council

The Midland City Council is meeting in a special session for a budget work session. The purpose of the meeting is to review and discuss the proposed 2022-2023 City of Midland Budget.

• Review and discussion of the proposed 2022-2023 City of Midland Budget

The Midland City Council met in special session solely to review and discuss the proposed 2022-2023 budget. Staff presented on job growth, inflation, seven city priorities, and tax rates. No formal decisions or votes were made during the session.

• Held budget work session for FY 2022-2023 (no vote)

City Council

The Midland City Council will review various resolutions regarding city services, including equipment purchases and professional service agreements. The agenda also includes public hearings for multiple zoning ordinances and requests for special exceptions.

• $310,700.00 agreement for North Citizens Collection Station design services
• $262,084.00 contract for shade structures at Momentum Bank Ballpark and Scharbauer Sports Complex
• $202,193.00 purchase of a Palfinger M100 Grapple Loader Truck
• Public hearing for rezoning Langford Weatherred Addition to an office center
• Public hearing for alcohol sales in a restaurant at Polo Park Addition

The Midland City Council approved a right-of-way license with Pilot Water Gathering Delaware LLC for transporting produced water across city-owned T-Bar lands, after amending the motion to remove a 25% cap. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including a professional services agreement for the North Citizens Collection Station and a contract for shade structures at local sports facilities. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved right-of-way license with Pilot Water Gathering Delaware LLC, amended to remove 25% cap (7-0)
• Approved $310,700 professional services agreement with Parkhill for North Citizens Collection Station (7-0)
• Approved $202,193 purchase of Palfinger M100 grapple loader truck (7-0)
• Approved $262,084 contract for shade structures at Momentum Bank Ballpark and Scharbauer Sports Complex (7-0)
• Approved $39,950.05 appropriation for AFFF test cart project at airport (7-0)
• Approved application for FY2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (7-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 10321 for reduced parking at West Texas Ave & N C St (7-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 10322 for accessory dwelling unit on Live Oak Drive (7-0)